8538 SW OPOSSUM TRL, ARCADIA, FL, 34266
Active29 days on marketListed Sep 14, 2026MLS #C7530673
About this home
8538 SW OPOSSUM TRL
5 ACRES, MOSTLY CLEARED AND READY FOR YOUR PLANS! Located in Arcadia and zoned Residential Mixed District (RM), this versatile property offers multiple potential uses, including single-family or manufactured homes and livestock.Much of the groundwork has already been completed! The property is mostly cleared and level, fenced on three sides, and features a pipe-gated entrance. A circular driveway with packed road base is already in place, along with a 75' x 25' RV/mobile home pad constructed with approximately 5 inches of packed road base and an elevated carport pad. The property has also been surveyed with elevations.A 24' x 13' elevated, weather-tight storage shed provides plenty of space for equipment and storage. A new Earthquake Acreage 48" rough-cut mower conveys with the property, along with the mailbox and post currently stored in the shed.Mature oak trees add to the peaceful country setting, while a fire ring and included firewood provide a great spot to enjoy evenings outdoors. Wildlife is abundant, with white-tailed and Axis deer, wild turkeys, rabbits, squirrels, and more frequently seen around the property.Whether you're looking for a future homesite, a place for your RV or manufactured home, room for livestock, or simply your own piece of Florida country living, this 5-acre parcel offers a great head start with valuable improvements already in place. Bring your plans and make 8538 SW Opossum Trl your own!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5 ac
Lot size
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$1,736 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,736/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Where it sits
Inside Arcadia
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ARCADIA 34266 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
29,065
Median age
39.7
Median income
$47,414
Median home value
$144,600
Avg household
2.55
Households w/ children
3,349
For the school run
DeSoto County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Arcadia market
$260K → $260K
Arcadia median sold, yr/yr
94.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Arcadia, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 8% below the ARCADIA 34266 median. See the full Arcadia market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8538 SW OPOSSUM TRL
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Nov ’25$297,500
8539 SW OPOSSUM TRAIL · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,152 sqft · $258/sqft · 46 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$399,000
4144 SW ARMADILLO TRAIL · same community
1 bd · 2 ba · 1,224 sqft · $326/sqft · 17 DOM
Sold · May ’26$385,000
3309 SW GOPHER TRAIL · same community
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,611 sqft · $239/sqft · 2 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Nicholas Giaccone
Director of Agent Success · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8538 SW OPOSSUM TRL — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8538 SW OPOSSUM TRL — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
8538 SW OPOSSUM TRL FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8538 SW OPOSSUM TRL?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,736/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 8538 SW OPOSSUM TRL?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,520. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Arcadia?+
At $229,000, this home is listed about 30% below the Arcadia median of $325,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8538 SW OPOSSUM TRL?+
Memorial Elementary School (elementary) — DeSoto County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of TURNER REALTY, INC. · Kayla Shelfer. MLS #C7530673.
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